Creative media production
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma
Two-years (equivalent to three A-levels)
Media is ever-changing with new technology leading its development. You will explore a range of digital media and moving image industries. You will devise exciting and creative solutions to projects through the use of a variety of video and multi-media technology. You will be given the opportunity to specialise in multi-media or moving image in the second year.
Required qualifications
Four or more A*–C grades at GCSE and a grade D in mathematics or English language. Or a full level two pass in a related subject, plus two other GCSEs at grade C or above. Entry requirements for students currently studying an intermediate vocational course will be based on their performance at intermediate level.
What will I study?
The course will focus on:
- animation and film production
- structure and regulation of the media industry
- design using software packages including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Flash
- advertising, TV, radio and magazine industries.
On the course you will:
- create a range of multi-media solutions
- make posters, title sequences, animations and web pages
- research current industry practices and visit TV studios and screenings
- make your own film products
- improve your communication skills
- be offered opportunities for work-based learning and work experience.
Method of assessment
Assessment is through practical projects. You will be expected to create a portfolio that will contain work relating to film production, media theory and multi-media assignments.
What will I be able to progress to?
A variety of options will be open to you after completing this course, including further study in higher education or various areas of work such as advertising, film and TV production, desk-top publishing, multi-media design, web design and journalism.
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Shahaiduz Zaman (ex-Rokeby School) achieved a triple distinction for this course and is now studying broadcast editing and post-production at Ravensbourne.